Lead Custodian

Primary Purpose: Lead the assigned campus custodial operations. Establish and follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds. Education/Certification: None specified Special Knowledge/Skills: • Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment • Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies • Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures • Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance Minimum Experience: Two years experience in custodial services. Essential Job Functions: • Direct and monitor the work of custodians at assigned campus. • Help screen, select, and train custodians. • Direct and assist in setting up facilities for special events. • Implement and maintain established cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms. • Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean. • Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash. • Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed. • Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs. • Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity. • Report building repair needs to principal or custodial supervisor. • Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal. • Assist in setting up facilities for special events. • Assume responsibility for opening and closing building each school day. • Oversee procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities. • Check daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy. • Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency. • Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. • Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc. • Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately. • Report to work in a timely manner according to assigned schedule. • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position. Professional Conduct: • Maintain professional interactions with staff, parents, community and visitors. • Demonstrate the ability to remain calm and withstand pressures. • Demonstrate flexibility to change in routine and adapt quickly to changing situations. • Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assist fellow workers willingly. • Avoid gossip, or speaking badly about the district and district personnel. Supervisory Responsibilities: Monitor and direct the work of custodians. Equipment Used: Buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, shampooer, mop, broom, ladders, and personal computer Working Conditions The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations. Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress Work with frequent interruptions Physical Demands: Lifting (45 pounds and over) Carrying (45 pounds and over) Sitting Standing Bending/Stooping Kneeling Pushing/Pulling Repetitive hand motions Keyboarding/mouse Speaking clearly Hearing Environmental Factors: Work inside/outside Work around machinery with moving parts Exposure to electrical hazards Exposure to temperature extremes Exposure to humidity extremes Exposure to biological hazards Exposure to chemical hazards Work on slippery surfaces Work prolonged or irregular hours